Luneville is in the North East of France about 90 kms from the German border.
In 1786 Sebastian Keller bought the bankrupt factory of Jaques Chambrette in Luneville. Around 1832 the son of Sebastian Keller, along with his son in law Guerin, became the owners. This resulted in the mark K&G.
Keller and Guerin gave new life to the ceramic factory by industrialising it in the 19th century.
Luneville and surrounding areas provided very skilful workers during this time.
The Keller and Guerin Luneville factory ceased production in 1981.
Mid Century Mark 1940-50
Late 1800s
Circa 1900
This mark was in use from 1892
Demi-Porcelain is a type of earthenware or pottery that has characteristics approaching those of true porcelain, but is fired at a lower temperature. Luneville in particular was associated with demi-porcelain manufacture, they used the term 'demi-porcelain' in late 19th and early 20th centuries to describe their quality earthenware products.
Hi Ann,
I have sent you an email so you can send me your picture.
I recently discovered a gravy boat in a shop and had never heard of K&G and started researching. I can’t find the pattern anywhere and would love to send to a photo of the gravy boat and marking to see if you know it. I have since researched it and consider my self well versed in china and earthenware but would love more information so I can be on the look out.
Hi Anne,
I am assuming you would like to know a bit about your Aunts gift. I have sent you an email so that you can send me a bit of further information.
I have a beautiful pitcher in blue and gold from K&G that I received from an Aunt who was stationed in Europe years ago.
Hi George, of course I would be happy to help, I have sent you an email.
Regards.
Lee
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